On Sunday, December 29th, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at Muan International Airport, resulting in the deadliest aviation disaster in South Korean history. The plane, which was carrying 175 passengers and six crew members, belly-landed and skidded off the runway, crashing into a wall and erupting into a fireball. Tragically, 179 people lost their lives, with only two crew members surviving the disaster.
Following the crash, South Korea's acting President, Choi Sang-mok, declared a national mourning period, which will last until January 4th. On Monday, December 30th, people gathered at a memorial service to honor the victims of the tragedy.
Authorities in South Korea have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, with early speculation suggesting a possible bird strike. The plane’s collision with the ground and subsequent explosion led to the devastating loss of life.
This crash is the deadliest in South Korean aviation history, and the nation remains in mourning as investigations continue to determine the cause of the disaster.
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